Municipal workers in Colwood, represented by CUPE 374, are set to conduct a strike vote after negotiations with the City reached an impasse. The dispute centers on the City's proposal that would require workers to accept cuts to health-related leave in exchange for competitive wages.
Negotiations Break Down
The union and the City have been unable to reach a consensus on changes to medical leave provisions. CUPE 374 argues that the proposed reductions would undermine worker health and safety, while the City maintains that the changes are necessary for fiscal sustainability.
Strike Vote Details
The strike vote will allow members to decide whether to authorize job action if a deal cannot be reached. The vote is expected to take place in the coming days, with results likely to be announced shortly after.
Both parties have expressed willingness to return to the bargaining table, but no further meetings have been scheduled at this time.
